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Shenk's Homestead (2024 Release)
Shenk's Homestead

Shenk's Homestead (2024 Release)

Whiskey Other Whiskey Kentucky No age statement 45.6% ABV
$$$$ $100 to $300 Luxury Above average whiskey
28 reviews raw average 4.16
88 critic score out of 100

About this bottle

Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash is part of Michter's Legacy Series and named to honor John Shenk, the founder of the Pennsylvania distillery in 1753 which would eventually be called Michter's. This whiskey is made with (and named for) the sour mash process where a portion of the previously distilled whiskey mash (also called a setback or spent mash) is added to the next mash cook to ensure consistency of flavor among other benefits. For the 2024 release, the recipe includes rye, malted rye, and for the first time, caramel malt. Also, some barrels used in the maturation process include oak sourced from the Vosges region of France which was toasted to Michter's specifications. Available in limited quantities beginning July 2024. (SRP $110)

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Rich 70
Full Bodied 70
Sweet 50
Vanilla 30
Fruity 25
Spicy 20
Oily 10
Tart 5

Reviews

Showing the most detailed of 8 parsed reviews.

Skymecca 4.3

First time trying Shenks and I find it to be a refreshing change of pace from the usual bourbons and ryes. The nose is somehat subdued with citrus and soft spice notes from the wood treatment. The palate is quite nice - orange creamsicle with notes of spice. Not a hard edge to be found. Finish is fresh and clean. I really like this as a quality low proofer with substance that is easy to enjoy and appreciate. Very happy with the purchase and looking forward to working through this bottle as it brings something different to the table from high proof bruisers.

whiskeyknurd 5.0

I agree with the expert tasting notes. Lots of cherry with a woody funk but I dont agree with the score. This one belongs in the nineties. Every release seems get better than the last and thats difficult to do

Looneyhead 4.3

Thanks @twostal ! Nose caramel, charcoal, fudge, butterscotch, tobacco, orange peel. Palate smooth and sweet; vanilla, caramel, applesauce, charcoal, oak, a touch of pepper.

Page2 3.3

I taste caramel, chocolate, cherry. Not a lot of flavor upfront but nice finish. Not my favorite for sipping.

Jim Buckley 4.3

nice nose..very fruitful..palate is smooth and the finish is the best of all, being long and sweet oak.

RunninTexas 4.3

Great flavor and finish..Better than the 2023 batch

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